Originally Posted by konigstiger

Part #2198200521 (for comparison shopping, http://www.parts.com/oemCatalog/inde...D=2&makeid1=67 $32.78) this thread should help http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w211...ml#post4350668

Originally Posted by pearlpower

Even with all of my go fast stuff, this is one of my favorite mods on the car. It's just cool, at least to me.

Anyhow, as a DIY did not exist, just wanted to post up a quick one as this is a fairly straight forward and easy mod.

Tools needed:
T20
T30
Panel removal tool
Large sockets-see below

Summary:
1) Remove electrical from the inside
2) Remove mirror held on with 3qty T-20 screws
3) Install new mirror
4) Remove and swap out mirror switch
5) Code new mirror if you would like it to automatically open/close via the ignition switch.

Now on to the details

(1)Electrical
First off, if all you need to do is to remove the standard side mirror, there is no need to remove the interior door panel, just the corner plastic cover to gain access to the two connectors.

OK, so remove the interior plastic cover located near the hing which will allow access to the electrical. It just pops off, don't make it more difficult than it is. Look at the wire loom coming from the mirror, do not confuse with the wire for the tweater wire. There are two connections that are removed by pressing in the little tab. You can also see the picture further down with the panel off for a better look of the electrical.



(2) Remove mirror
Once you have disconnected the electrical it is time to remove the OEM mirror which is held on via 3qty T-20 screws. The problem here is that in order to gain access to these screws you need to push the mirror back to gain access to two screws and the other way to gain access to one.
The mirror is spring loaded and this is why you cannot just hold it back with your hand and remove the screws as once you remove the last screw the mirror will fly out of your hand-the spring load is pretty stout.

I used a large socket to prop up on the inside of the housing to keep it open. This is much safer vs using your hand.

At this time you will need to remove the housing. Shine a flashlight into the back(open) side of the housing and you will see a silver clip approx 3" back that pries up with a flathead screwdriver. Once this is done the mirror just slides right off provide the mirror glass is level. The pics below show where this little tab is. This is the only thing that locks the housing onto the mirror frame. Almost scary.







Once you remove the housing you will have access to the torx screws. Just remove them and remember to use sockets to hold the spring loaded housing open. Be very careful as you do not want the socket to slip out and go flying into the glass or body. Best to lower the window and cover the paint with a towel or other means for protection. Being the rebel I am I just took my time.

Notice the long socket on this one.



Now just feed the mirror and electrical out of the hole.
Remove one connector at a time as both will not feed through at the same time. Duh!



(3) Install new mirror
To install the new folding mirror there is no need for sockets as this mirror just pushes back and forth with a little effort. Feed the connectors and install the new mirror with the 3qty T-20 screws. No socket treatment needed to install the folding mirrors.


(4) Swap mirror switch/remove interior panel

OK, it is now time to remove the interior door panel.
Pop out the plastic cover behind the armrest. You will see a few T-30 screws. Remove them.



Remove the strike lock cover held on with a single T-20 screw.



Take a look at the picture up top where the electrical connections are. There is a single T-30 screw there that needs to be removed also.

OK, with all of the screws removed, use a panel removal tool or similar and pop the panel off the door shell. Oh, don't forget to unscrew the 60s style GM lock located up top.





In order to swap the switch you must remove the other switches on the door first as the tabs overlap-of course!
It is very straight forward and removal of the entire panel is not required provided you are careful not to pull on any of the electrical connections which could cause issues down the line.

Once it is swapped out, put it all back together in reverse order.

Place the housing back on the mirror frame and note there are two alignment 'ears' that slide into provisions in the housing. Just 'bump' it back and you may have to push the silver locking clip back into position. Pull on the housing to ensure it is secure-hate to see your housing fly off while in Famosa



(5) Coding.
The mirror now can be manually folded in and out via the mirror switch. You can have them coded to do this automatically via the ignition switch if you choose.

This is also a cool feature to have when stuck in traffic and those motors get close to your car as they whiz in-between cars.

That's it.

Originally Posted by borisW211

Jeff-I searched here and haven't found the 07+ year model side mirror removal instructions yet.....

Originally Posted by borisW211

Jeff-I searched here and haven't found the 07+ year model side mirror removal instructions yet.....